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Carrot and Parsnip Gratin

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My favorites – parsnips and Parmesan cheese in this special occasion vegetable dish. It can be made in advance and refrigerated before baking.

Carrot and Parsnip Gratin

Joan Donogh
Tasty root vegetable combo.
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Prep Time 40 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 40 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound carrots
  • 1 pound parsnips
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour second amount
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream
  • 2 eggs

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Peel and grate carrots and parsnips - using the food processor is easiest. Place in a large bowl.
  • Combine 2 tablespoons flour with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Stir into the vegetables.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan. Stir in 1/4 cup flour and cook for 2 minutes stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk and continue to heat and stir until it starts to bubble. Remove from heat.
  • In a small bowl beat eggs with whipping cream and seasonings. Gradually stir into hot milk mixture. Stir for 1 minute.
  • Pour milk mixture over vegetables and stir well to combine.
  • Pour into a buttered 9 by 13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, for about 1 hour, until golden and bubbly.

 

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